The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has launched a groundbreaking partnership with bipartisan attorneys general from 31 states and the District of Columbia to enhance competition and protect consumers in …
First Round of Awards Announced to Increase Fertilizer Production
More than $3 billion in applications were submitted to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) as part of the effort to increase domestic fertilizer production. The first round of awards …
Vilsack Visits California to Announce Local Food Purchase Agreement
Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced a new local food purchase agreement with California during a visit to Woodland. The effort is made possible through the American Rescue Plan to bolster …
USDA Supports Climate-Smart Commodities with $1 Billion Investment
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) will be investing $1 billion to help expand market opportunities for climate-smart agricultural products. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced the new Partnerships for Climate-Smart …
Nearly $150 Million Being Invested in 15 Sustainable Agriculture Projects
U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Secretary Tom Vilsack announced significant funding for sustainable agriculture research projects. More than $146 million is being invested under the National Institute of Food and …
New Loan Guarantee Initiative Launched by USDA
U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Secretary Tom Vilsack has announced a new loan guarantee initiative to further address issues within the food system. Another $100 million in funding from the …
USDA Investing $3 Billion to Address Multiple Agricultural Issues
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) plans to invest $3 billion in a comprehensive package to address a variety of agricultural issues. As part of the announcement, Agriculture Secretary Tom …
Secretary Vilsack Talks Drought, Trade, and Labor at Fresno County Farm
U.S. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack visited California this week, meeting with growers, industry groups, and state officials to learn about the challenges facing agriculture. During his stop at Terranova Ranch …
Climate-Smart Agriculture Report Outlines USDA Strategy
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) recently released a report outlining its strategy for climate-smart agriculture. Efforts to include agriculture and forestry in combatting climate change have been a focal …
CRP Expansion to Provide Further Participation Incentive
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has made significant updates to the Conservation Reserve Program (CRP). The CRP expansion includes increased payment rates along with further incentives to help spur …
Farmers to Families Food Box Program to End in May
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Farmers to Families Food Box program will soon be coming to an end. Launched by the Trump administration law year, the program has since …
USDA Rounding Out Fundamental Staff Appointments
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is continuing to fill other key staff appointments within the department. Sandra Eskin has been named Deputy Under Secretary for Food Safety after serving …
Recognizing the Importance of Farmers on National Ag Day
National Agriculture Day serves as a time to acknowledge and celebrate the essential work that farmers and ranchers perform. Initially beginning in 1973 with the formation of the Agriculture Council …
New Board Appointees Will Join The Cotton Board
Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced the appointment of 17 members and 18 alternates to serve on The Cotton Board. The cotton producers and importers appointed by the Secretary are charged …
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